If you’re new to the Mooresville area, then be sure to add Lake Norman State Park to your to-do list immediately. There are so many things to do and see here that you could spend an entire day, and still have more adventures ahead. At Lake Norman, you can go camping, fishing, and swimming. You can go for a hike, go mountain biking, or jog the trails. You can ride a jet ski or go water skiing. There’s just too much to list. Check it out for yourself.

This charming little park has a ton of fun things for both kids and kids at heart. There’s a playground, a climbing wall, and even a castle. Make sure the kiddos bring swimwear; there’s a splash pad that they’re sure to want to splash around on. A word to the wise: there’s no bathroom here yet, so go before you go, make sure you go. If you catch our drift.

This little park is one of Mooresville’s best-kept secrets, but we’re going to let you in on it. It’s beautiful, quaint, and has one of the newest and best playgrounds in the area. There’s also a walking path that links up with other local parks nearby. Sporty types will love it too: there’s a soccer field, tennis courts, and a baseball field.